Serving 734 students in grades 7-8, Charles N Scott Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles N Scott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charles N Scott Middle School's student population of 734 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
20
School Mascot
Scorpion
School Rankings
Charles N Scott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles N Scott Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1681 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
48%
13%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scorpion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles N Scott Middle School's ranking?
Charles N Scott Middle School is ranked #1681 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Charles N Scott Middle School often compared to?
Charles N Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry W Eggers Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Charles N Scott Middle School?
734 students attend Charles N Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Charles N Scott Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles N Scott Middle School?
Charles N Scott Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Charles N Scott Middle School offer ?
Charles N Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles N Scott Middle School part of?
Charles N Scott Middle School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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